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    Papermoon Diner

    3.4 (1k reviews)
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    Good for kids

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    Maxine J.

    A D O R A B L Y eclectic! Sensory overload but in such a GOOD way! First thing to rave about is their private parking ... made me an immediate fan. The menu and ambience would make me return. The actual food ... not so much. I hate when the food just completely blows it for me. We didn't like the fries, the burgers, the tofu wrap, the pulled pork ... *sigh* Where was the seasoning? Not a hint of salt, pepper, or advertised hoisin. The service was decent. I don't handle being uncomfortable too well. We got the feeling this is for locals only and that's not a good feeling. I'm looking forward to rocking the t-shirt I purchased but, sadly, that's where the buck stops for me. Despite my displeasure ... PLEASE make it a point to visit ... I cannot rave enough about the decor and artwork (and aforementioned private parking).

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    Lysonia P.

    I can definitely say that the service at paper Moon is excellent and very fast. They definitely got us in and out for lunch. Our food came out to the table in probably 10 minutes or less from us ordering it. It's a very small place so they definitely can't play around with turning your table over. The restaurant has a hodgepodge of different knickknacks all over its walls and ceilings so there's a lot to look at. You can check out my pictures. I ordered the bananas foster French toast and it was good. I would say it was excellent if my French toast was hot, but I'm just one of those people who prefer my food to come out hot. The French toast was lukewarm. My son did enjoy his Caesar salad, garlic bread and chicken alfredo. I've been coming to Papermoon Diner since the late 90s and I would say it's still a very good diner.

    Anya T.

    I had an afternoon train back to NYC after a work conference and saw a bunch of reviews about this place. It's very busy on the outside with all of these unique and colorful pieces, trinkets and collector items the owner must've curated throughout their life. I got a sandwich and it was good. I think all of the decorative trinkets, weird dolls, old school toys, the massive pez collection and the other quirky items are the draw here. The food was good but idk if I'd call the menu super memorial. A really nice experience but I don't know if it's a place I'd go back to if I had some other options for brunch. Staff was nice.

    Ellie K.

    This is a warm and inviting city favorite. Definetely recommend this place to try breakfast or lunch. It's too much of a zoo to make me want to be a regular though. No reservations and a bit tight inside. Neither of those I mind, it's very cozy and I see why they don't take reservations. Pancakes were perfection. Server seemed confused, new, and out of it. Got a couple of our orders wrong (I asked to switch my bread, and other things). I didn't mention it because it was busy and we didn't want to wait for replacements.

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    Lorian T.

    Let me tell ya - I was 100% satisfied. This is a place you need to stop by and try if you are ever in Baltimore. Perfect place to go with friends for breakfast/lunch. There may be a small wait, but you usually get in within 20 min. The staff is friendly and have great vibes along with the entire restaurant. You will be amazed by all of the art in front and behind you. It's not your typical diner! Had the shrimp wrap. My friends raved about their options as well (Big Dipper breakfast and the Smarty Pants Burger with fries) we all had a bite before the pictures - it was too good to wait. All beverages are great! The hot chocolate and any milkshake are must gets! Don't say I didn't tell you

    Amber C.

    We had a great experience at Papermoon. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was quirky and fun, and the service was great. The food was done well but really, go for the vibes. You won't regret it!

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    Rick R.

    The only reason I'm not leaving a five star review for Papermoon Diner is because they did not refill my coffee cup a single time. That 2nd cup of coffee would've made the entire meal six stars. I hope to try the omelettes next time, but the French toast is in the middle, as it needed mor Blue berries. But as far as taste and quantity of French toast, it was excellent.

    Bacon Milk Shake and a Peanut Butter Madness shake.

    Fun restaurant setting with kitsch galore. Excellent breakfast, good coffee. They were kind about us treating this like a museum stroll while we waited for the food. Bacon Milk Shake and a Peanut Butter Madness shake. Maple bacon blended into the shake with a whole slice of bacon on the side! The PB shake is nicely rich.

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    athena z.

    Came here on a Sunday at 11am and got my party of 4 seated immediately! Around 12, all of the seats were full. Part of their concept is there's no set servers for each table, they have a different person bring out the food vs the receipt. I ordered an egg Benedict and shrimp quesadilla which were both large portions and tasty. I got a to go box for leftovers. Their interior is really interesting, lots of trinkets outside, on the walls, and the ceiling. There is a parking lot for customers only across the street which is a rare find in Baltimore!

    Glen C.

    After reading reviews about the service on Yelp, I almost didn't come & they were sadly correct but at least the food was tasty & the atmosphere was eclectic. When I arrived, it was almost 2 pm & the dining room was nearly empty & I asked for a window seat but it was refused as I'm a party of 1. Regardless, the whole time I was there, most of those tables remained open. If that wasn't enough, I also asked my waiter for water with no ice & lemon. He forgot the lemon & added ice anyways. During service, my drink never got filled without request & my other drink showed up later, as if he forgot I ordered it. The food was very tasty & the atmosphere is eclectic. If the staff could be more service oriented, this place could rock. But instead I'd say go somewhere else unless you don't need good service & just want an eccentric food experience. It's kind of like the nearby art museum, once you've been once, that's good enough because it's not going to be your go-to place unless you like servers who don't care about the customers.

    Faith Maya O.

    A wonderful lunch for my brother's graduation! As an undergrad (almost 10 years ago!) I've been here several times, but it was nice to introduce Papermoon to my family. As impossible as it seems, the quality has only gone up since I was in college. All of us were beyond satisfied, and customer service was excellent! My mom is vegetarian so she loved her veggie burger and my brothers loved their picks too. One of my brothers got the Egg Monte Cristo, which he raved about. The other got the banana foster French toast and loved it. I got the Monte Cristo sandwich & a soda which didn't disappoint, and gave me leftovers for 3 days! I also got the brownie sundae as well which was good but personally wouldn't get again, a bit pricey. In total I spent $45 including tip which seems high but I got a drink, entree and dessert. In this economy $30-40 seems to be the median range nowadays. Overall I would highly recommend and I would visit again!

    Elaine T.

    Very quirky diner and decorations! Even the bathrooms are decorated. I ordered an omelette and the portion was pretty big and it tasted pretty good.

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    Tanya R.

    Papermoon Diner is an experience. Not just a meal, but a full-on, offbeat, wonderfully weird Baltimore adventure. From the moment you pull up, you're greeted by an explosion of color, wild mannequins, quirky art, and vibrant flowers. It's like walking into a living art installation with a splash of retro diner charm. Inside is even more jaw-dropping, ceiling to floor packed with toys, action figures, Pez dispensers, vintage signs, and the kind of décor that makes you say "wait, did you see that?" every two seconds. It's funky, fun, and totally unforgettable. Now, the food: I got the Whole Lotta Burger and it was amazing. Juicy, full of flavor, perfectly cooked, and smothered in BBQ sauce and melty cheese. The sweet potato fries? Crispy on the outside, soft and tender on the inside, some of the best I've had. Bonus: there's plenty of parking in a lot right across the street, super convenient and rare for a city spot. If you're looking for a place that's big on personality and delivers solid diner food in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere, Papermoon Diner nails it. Would definitely go back and bring friends just to see their faces when they walk in!

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